1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 193 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 156 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Pantera | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1264 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
