1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2001 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 16 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 250 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 2001 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pantera | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |
