1997 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 23 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1310 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
