1983 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Tempo 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 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 377 kg more than 1983 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo, 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Tempo | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Tempo | Esperante |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |