1970 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2001 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 31 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 220 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 43 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | 2001 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Pantera | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
