1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 9 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 261 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. 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, 2003 Honda Mobilio, 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Pantera | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
