1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 16 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 140 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 519 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Explorer |
Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 85 L |