1981 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,587 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 560 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Honda | Panoz |
| Model | Accord | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 4587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
