1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 19 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 140 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 34 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango. 2008 Dodge Durango 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. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Pantera | Durango |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
