1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 535 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor, 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, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
