1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1998 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Korando 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1998 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 350 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1998 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 SsangYong Korando. 1998 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1998 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | De Tomaso | SsangYong |
Model | Pantera | Korando |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1850 mm |