1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | C | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
