1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 735 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Mangusta | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
