1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 19 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 140 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1988 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Pantera | Nitro |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 74 L |