1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 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) has 283 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 560 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Pantera | 9 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
