1999 Panoz Esperante vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1999 Panoz Esperante is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio 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 269 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 460 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio. 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, 1991 Renault Clio, 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) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (182 Nm). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Panoz Esperante | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Panoz | Renault |
| Model | Esperante | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 146 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 | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
