2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,796 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 690 kg more than 1975 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1171 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
