1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 8 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 211 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante 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, 1998 Mazda Levante 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1990 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
Model | Pantera | Levante |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |