2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 964 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E500 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
