1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 350 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Isuzu |
| Model | Pantera | 117 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
