1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 526 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | Ponton | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
