1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari 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) has 160 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 356 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
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 (452 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari. 2000 GMC Safari 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. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2000 GMC Safari | |
Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
Model | Pantera | Safari |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 452 Nm | 319 Nm |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |