1993 Honda CRX 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 CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda CRX 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 (420 HP) has 295 more horse power than 1993 Honda CRX. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 485 kg more than 1993 Honda CRX. 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 CRX, 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 (529 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda CRX | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Honda | Panoz |
Model | CRX | Esperante |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 529 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |