1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 304 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
Model | Pantera | 360 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |