1979 Skoda L vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 710 kg more than 1979 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Skoda L | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Skoda | Panoz |
| Model | L | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |
