1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 22 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 981 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
