1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1995 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1995 Suzuki X90 is newer by 5 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki X90. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 286 kg more than 1995 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Suzuki X90 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, 1995 Suzuki X90 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 (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki X90. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1995 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Suzuki |
| Model | Pantera | X90 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
