1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1977 Nissan Cherry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 622 kg more than 1977 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 240 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
