1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 18 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 175 more horse power than 2008 Renault Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 500 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, 2008 Renault Espace, 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Espace. 2008 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1990 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2008 Renault Espace | |
Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
Model | Pantera | Espace |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |