1984 Renault 25 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 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 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 287 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Renault | Panoz |
| Model | 25 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 59 L |
