1999 Panoz Esperante vs. 1986 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1999 Panoz Esperante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Swift. (102 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 520 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Swift. (108 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Panoz Esperante | 1986 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Panoz | Suzuki |
| Model | Esperante | Swift |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2250 mm |
