1981 Nissan Skyline vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 317 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Skyline | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Nissan | Panoz |
Model | Skyline | Esperante |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |