1984 Buick Electra vs. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra, 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1990 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
| Model | Electra | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |
