1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Skylark 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 157 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 345 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Buick Skylark, 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark. 1987 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2006 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2006 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Buick | Panoz |
Model | Skylark | Esperante |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |