1994 Plymouth Acclaim 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 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Acclaim 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 205 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 281 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Acclaim, 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Plymouth Acclaim | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Plymouth | Panoz |
Model | Acclaim | Esperante |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |