1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 910 kg more than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Express. 1998 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1986 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Express | 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
Model | Express | Pantera |
Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2520 mm |