1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 10 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 303 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 710 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Pantera | Today |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1400 mm |