1987 Lada Samara vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara.
Because 2007 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 2007 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara, 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lada Samara | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Lada | Panoz |
Model | Samara | Esperante |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |