1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 De Tomaso Pantera 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) has 276 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 390 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pantera | Galant |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
