1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 590 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett. 1977 Opel Kadett has automatic transmission and 1986 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Opel Kadett will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Pantera | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 43 L |
