1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2002 Toyota Sienna is newer by 15 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 153 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Sienna. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 285 kg more than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 2002 Toyota Sienna, 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Sienna. (283 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Sienna. 2002 Toyota Sienna 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. 2002 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Pantera | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
