1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 15 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 283 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 574 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. 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, 2001 Honda Insight, 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 2001 Honda Insight | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Pantera | Insight |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
