1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Pantera 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 235 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 500 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera 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, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
Model | Pantera | Frontera |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |