1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 De Tomaso Pantera 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 283 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 690 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. 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, 1988 Holden Barina, 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina. 1988 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1987 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 1988 Holden Barina | |
Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
Model | Pantera | Barina |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2250 mm |