1992 Mazda 626 vs. 2000 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2000 Panoz Esperante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2000 Panoz Esperante.
Because 2000 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 2000 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626, 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, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda 626 | 2000 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mazda | Panoz |
| Model | 626 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
