1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Renault Logan
To start off, 2004 Renault Logan is newer by 15 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 277 more horse power than 2004 Renault Logan. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Renault Logan, 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 (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Logan. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Renault Logan | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Pantera | Logan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
