1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 18 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 140 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 780 kg more than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Pantera | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 83 L |
