1995 Honda Today vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante

To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today 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 373 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 825 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Honda Today 2004 Panoz Esperante
Make Honda Panoz
Model Today Esperante
Year Released 1995 2004
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 4589 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 420 HP
Torque 57 Nm 529 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1880 mm


 

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