1986 Holden Drover vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Drover would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 357 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 625 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Holden | Panoz |
| Model | Drover | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
