1991 Toyota Blizzard vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Blizzard 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 229 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 179 kg more than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Blizzard | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Toyota | Panoz |
| Model | Blizzard | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
