1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 1998 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 De Tomaso Pantera 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 89 more horse power than 1998 Volvo V70. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1998 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 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, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V70. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
Model | Pantera | V70 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |