1984 Ford Orion vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion 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 251 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (54 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion.
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, 1984 Ford Orion, 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 (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Orion | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Orion | Esperante |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |