1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (242 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 845 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4972 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
