1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica 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 247 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 246 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Pantera | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |