1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 745 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, 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, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 1973 Honda Civic | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Pantera | Civic |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |