1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1986 Lada 2107
To start off, 1986 Lada 2107 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1986 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 322 kg more than 1986 Lada 2107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1986 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lada |
| Model | Pantera | 2107 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
