1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 520 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, 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, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Pantera | Accord |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |