1997 Panoz AIV vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Panoz AIV (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 152 kg more than 1997 Panoz AIV.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 2011 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1997 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 1997 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Panoz AIV | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | AIV | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 79 L |