1985 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 20 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 120 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 906 kg more than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango 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, 2005 Dodge Durango 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Pantera | Durango |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 98 L |
