1994 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 18 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 50 more horse power than 2012 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 644 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 2012 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX 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, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura MDX. 2012 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1994 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 De Tomaso Pantera | 2012 Acura MDX | |
Make | De Tomaso | Acura |
Model | Pantera | MDX |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |