1993 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1986 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | 1986 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Isuzu |
| Model | Pantera | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
