1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1978 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-2 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 232 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 460 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 1978 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Pantera | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
