1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1983 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 470 kg more than 1983 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Escort, 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1983 Ford Escort | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | Escort |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
