1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 242 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | De Tomaso | SsangYong |
| Model | Pantera | Korando |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
