1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1987 Subaru XT
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru XT 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1987 Subaru XT. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 440 kg more than 1987 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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 (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1987 Subaru XT | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Pantera | XT |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |
