1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1987 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Skoda L 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 293 more horse power than 1987 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1987 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 535 kg more than 1987 Skoda L. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1987 Skoda L | |
Make | De Tomaso | Skoda |
Model | Pantera | L |
Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |