1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 920 kg more than 1970 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Pantera | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
