2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1987 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Micra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Micra. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Micra 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 | 1987 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Micra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |
