1986 Chrysler ES vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1999 Panoz Esperante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chrysler ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chrysler ES would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1986 Chrysler ES. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1986 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler ES, 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chrysler ES. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler ES | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Chrysler | Panoz |
| Model | ES | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
