1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. 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 297 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 570 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Pantera | 323 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
