1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 559 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
| Model | Charade | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
