1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 17 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 192 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 153 kg more than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Pantera | Element |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |
