1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 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 238 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
Model | Pantera | 240 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |