1998 Panoz Esperante vs. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1998 Panoz Esperante is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Iltis 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 243 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Panoz Esperante.
Because 1979 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Iltis 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, 1998 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Panoz Esperante | 1979 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Panoz | Volkswagen |
| Model | Esperante | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2110 mm |
