1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace 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 198 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Pantera | Espace |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
