1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 13 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 189 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 797 kg more than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | De Tomaso | SsangYong |
| Model | Pantera | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
