1997 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (91 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 42 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Rocky | 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
| Model | Rocky | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
