1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1984 Volvo 760
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 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 760 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 197 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 760. (153 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 85 kg more than 1984 Volvo 760. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Pantera | 760 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
