1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 22 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 165 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1987 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon 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, 2009 GMC Canyon 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
Model | Pantera | Canyon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |