2004 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
Because 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Nubira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Nubira. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Nubira | 1987 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Daewoo | De Tomaso |
| Model | Nubira | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1110 mm |
