1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 14 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 140 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Pantera | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
