1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 16 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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. 2010 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1994 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Pantera | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3075 mm |
