1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 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 146 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
Model | Pantera | 960 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |