1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2003 Opel Frontera is newer by 13 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 148 more horse power than 2003 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Frontera weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2003 Opel Frontera 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, 2003 Opel Frontera 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
Model | Pantera | Frontera |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |