1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1989 Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Pantera 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 165 more horse power than 1989 Rover Range Rover. (185 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 564 kg more than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1989 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover 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, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Range Rover. (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Rover |
| Model | Pantera | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 82 L |
