2007 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (232 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 794 kg more than 1981 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2410 mm |
