Box-office considerations, people. Nearly every one of these films back then that began with an R, usually had their sequel PG-13. It's the kids. Studios do surveys and/or listen to the public about what demo really spoke highly of the film. Well, having lived through that time period, Nerds was beloved by the 10-25 set. A handful of guys beyond may have liked it, but to most 25+, it was a juvenile nudie fest. Police Academy also comes to mind as their subsequent films were PG-13, PG, PG, PG and even the last one could've qualified as G (according to their producer). It's still even happening today with stuff such as Die Hard 4.
"If I had ya where I wanted ya, they'd be pumpin your ass full of formaldehyde!"
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