1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton

To start off, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Pantera 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 236 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton.

Compare all specifications:

1989 De Tomaso Pantera 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
Make De Tomaso Vauxhall
Model Pantera Carlton
Year Released 1989 1992
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5761 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 460 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2740 mm


 

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