1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 30 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 250 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 626. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
Model | Pantera | 626 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |