1972 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon

To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 68 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera.

Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1972 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 De Tomaso Pantera 1995 Honda Step Wagon
Make De Tomaso Honda
Model Pantera Step Wagon
Year Released 1972 1995
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5765 cc 1973 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 88 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1382 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2810 mm


 

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