1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 605 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Pantera | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
