1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1972 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 240 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
