1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1994 Tata Estate
To start off, 1994 Tata Estate is newer by 6 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) has 283 more horse power than 1994 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1994 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Tata Estate weights approximately 220 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 1994 Tata Estate | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Tata |
| Model | Pantera | Estate |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
