2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1970 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 760 kg more than 1970 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1970 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
