1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 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 265 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 514 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Pantera | 9 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
