1988 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1979 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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mercedes-Benz G | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | G | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
