1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 17 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 232 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 431 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | De Tomaso | SsangYong |
Model | Pantera | Rexton |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |