1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Honda CR-V is newer by 13 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) has 222 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 78 kg more than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1998 Honda CR-V 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, 1998 Honda CR-V 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) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Pantera | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
