1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 De Tomaso Pantera 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 280 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 535 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 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 (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1994 Ford Escort | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | Escort |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 74.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1350 mm |
