1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Rekord 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 236 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 114 kg more than 1986 Opel Rekord. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord. 1986 Opel Rekord has automatic transmission and 1992 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Opel Rekord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Pantera | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
