1996 Nissan Almera vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Almera 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 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 437 kg more than 1996 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Almera, 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Almera | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Nissan | Panoz |
Model | Almera | Esperante |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |