1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1978 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | ML | Cherry |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |