1987 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1998 Panoz Esperante is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
Because 1998 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 1998 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Escort, 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, 1998 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Escort | 1998 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Escort | Esperante |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |