1974 Lada 1200 vs. 1998 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1998 Panoz Esperante is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 274 kg more than 1974 Lada 1200. 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, 1998 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lada 1200 | 1998 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Lada | Panoz |
Model | 1200 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 59 L |