1988 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fairlane 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 282 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Fairlane | Esperante |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4089 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 304 Nm | 529 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |