1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 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 33 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (317 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang. 1994 Ford Mustang 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. 1994 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Mustang |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 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 | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 59 L |