1996 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 8 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 153 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 367 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (302 Nm). This means 1996 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Pantera | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pantera | Montero |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
