1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 25 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 303 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 672 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 1995 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1970 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1995 Honda Today | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Pantera | Today |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
