1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1995 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Suzuki Vitara 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 273 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 432 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 1995 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | De Tomaso | Suzuki |
Model | Pantera | Vitara |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |