1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1997 Renault Safrane 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 208 more horse power than 1997 Renault Safrane. (142 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Renault Safrane. 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, 1997 Renault Safrane, 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
Model | Pantera | Safrane |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 38 L |