1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 16 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 170 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 464 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Pantera | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3040 mm |