1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 233 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Mangusta | Condor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1360 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
