1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1988 Saab 900
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 900 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 249 more horse power than 1988 Saab 900. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 420 kg more than 1988 Saab 900. 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, 1988 Saab 900, 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 (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1988 Saab 900 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Saab |
Model | Pantera | 900 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |