2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 343 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lanos, 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, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1994 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Daewoo | De Tomaso |
| Model | Lanos | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
