1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cherry is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 515 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | Ponton | Cherry |
Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |