1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 234 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (116 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Soarer.
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 (452 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Soarer. 1983 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1989 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Pantera | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
