2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 23 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1986 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Tahoe | Pantera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 102 L |
