1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Piazza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Piazza 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 201 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 142 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Piazza. (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Piazza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Isuzu |
| Model | Pantera | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
