1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 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 197 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 315 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mazda | Panoz |
| Model | 626 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
