2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Laurel.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CLS | Laurel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6206 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |