1993 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 17 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 187 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 120 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 De Tomaso Pantera | 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
Model | Pantera | Pajero |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |