1993 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante

To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. 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, 1993 Honda Accord, 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 (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Honda Accord 2004 Panoz Esperante
Make Honda Panoz
Model Accord Esperante
Year Released 1993 2004
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 114 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 426 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1360 mm


 

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