1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 480 kg more than 1972 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Guara | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Guara | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
