1992 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 17 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 202 more horse power than 2009 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Holden Captiva weights approximately 435 kg more than 1992 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2009 Holden Captiva 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, 2009 Holden Captiva 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 De Tomaso Pantera | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Pantera | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 320 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 | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
