1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 23 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 260 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 395 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. 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, 2010 Daihatsu Materia, 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | De Tomaso | Daihatsu |
Model | Pantera | Materia |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 40 L |