1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 7 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 221 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 270 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX 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, 1997 Honda S-MX 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Pantera | S-MX |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |