1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 194 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 509 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Panoz |
| Model | Lancer | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
