1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2000 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2000 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 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 215 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 122 kg more than 2000 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2000 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Pantera | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
