1984 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic.
Because 2009 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 2009 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic, 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Civic | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Honda | Panoz |
Model | Civic | Esperante |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 182 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 | 3810 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |