2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 37 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1131 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | CLS | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
