1990 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1976 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
