1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2005 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Panoz Esperante is newer by 34 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 588 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, 2005 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Cherry | 2005 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Nissan | Panoz |
Model | Cherry | Esperante |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |