1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 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) has 276 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 615 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
Model | Pantera | 323 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 452 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |