1995 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Pantera 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 182 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1995 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 1995 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra, 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, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (241 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Pantera | Astra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
