1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri 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 220 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 312 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri, 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, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercury |
| Model | Pantera | Capri |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
