1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 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 189 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (161 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 116 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 De Tomaso Pantera 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 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626, 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Pantera | 626 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
