1990 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 23 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1293 kg more than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Cadillac |
| Model | Pantera | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3302 mm |
