1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2009 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 2009 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Toyota | Panoz |
| Model | Corolla | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
