1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1989 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 1989 De Tomaso Pantera and 1989 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 312 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Alto.
Because 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1989 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | De Tomaso | Suzuki |
Model | Pantera | Alto |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 38 HP |
Torque | 452 Nm | 59 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2180 mm |