1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (45 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 180 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
