1982 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 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 2007 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort, 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Escort | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
