1998 Panoz Esperante vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1998 Panoz Esperante is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP) has 257 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 424 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Panoz Esperante | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Panoz | Toyota |
| Model | Esperante | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
