1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1990 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Swift is newer by 4 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 590 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Swift, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 1990 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Suzuki |
| Model | Pantera | Swift |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 40 L |
