1989 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Montego 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 (305 HP) has 220 more horse power than 1989 Austin Montego. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 377 kg more than 1989 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Austin Montego, 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Montego. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Montego | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Austin | Panoz |
| Model | Montego | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
