1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1973 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
