1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva 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 243 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 671 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. 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, 1991 Ford Festiva, 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Festiva | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Festiva | Esperante |
Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |