1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 3 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Pantera | Granada |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |