1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Panoz |
| Model | Lancer | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
