1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 926 kg more than 1971 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 280 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2744 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2340 mm |
