1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 De Tomaso Pantera 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 120 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (230 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 168 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1993 Honda Legend, 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 1993 Honda Legend | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Pantera | Legend |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
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 | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |