1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1974 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
