1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace is newer by 6 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, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
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, 1995 Renault Espace, 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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. 1995 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1989 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Pantera | Espace |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 804 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
