1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 4 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 254 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena.
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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Pantera | Serena |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
