1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 21 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 223 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 234 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | De Tomaso | Suzuki |
Model | Pantera | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |