1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 18 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 267 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 262 kg more than 1989 De Tomaso Pantera.
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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
Model | Pantera | Pregio |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |