1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 11 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 210 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 190 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 (460 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Pantera | MR2 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |