1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 24 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 249 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 194 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, 2012 Opel Vivaro, 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Pantera | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 90 L |
