1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 Opel Frontera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Pantera 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 148 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frontera weights approximately 298 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera 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, 2001 Opel Frontera 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
Model | Pantera | Frontera |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |