1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 151 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 86 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Because 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Mangusta | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1659 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
