1998 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1311 kg more than 1975 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML (391 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | ML | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
