2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX

To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.

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2009 Mercedes-Benz C 1990 Nissan 300 ZX
Make Mercedes-Benz Nissan
Model C 300 ZX
Year Released 2009 1990
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 2960 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 279 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 223 km/hour 325 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2580 mm