2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1983 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Pulsar.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 735 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1983 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 831 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |
