1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 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 198 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 240. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 240 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 240. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
Model | Pantera | 240 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |