1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 16 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 232 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Suzuki |
| Model | Pantera | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
