1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 5 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 201 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 43 kg more than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Pantera | Omega |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
