1983 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 291 more horse power than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. (302 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2004 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2004 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Crown Victoria | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
