1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 1989 De Tomaso Pantera and 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 280 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 440 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
Model | Pantera | Lancer |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |