2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS 1984 Nissan Sunny
Make Mercedes-Benz Nissan
Model CLS Sunny
Year Released 2007 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6208 cc 1487 cc
Horse Power 508 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 630 Nm 122 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1920 kg 876 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2410 mm


 

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