1986 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 26 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 67 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. (283 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 626 kg more than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan 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. 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Pantera | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |
