2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 20 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 175 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Colorado | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 102 L |
