1972 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1973 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, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Deauville | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Deauville | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
