1987 Audi 80 vs. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, both 1987 Audi 80 and 1987 De Tomaso Pantera were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 400 kg more than 1987 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 80, 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, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi 80 | 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
Model | 80 | Pantera |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |