1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 310 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mazda | Panoz |
| Model | 110 S | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 4601 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
