2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1991 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 176 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1991 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Isuzu Trooper 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, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 1991 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Isuzu |
| Model | Pantera | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
