1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 9 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 168 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
Model | Pantera | Pajero |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |