1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 222 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona. 1974 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1985 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Pantera | Corona |
Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |