1993 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Pantera 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 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 265 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Hyundai |
| Model | Pantera | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
