1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, both 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry and 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Because 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 has automatic transmission and 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry has manual transmission. 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Datsun | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 100A Cherry | 250 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
