2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser weights approximately 564 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1996 Italdesign Nazca 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 1996 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser, 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. (271 Nm). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Chrysler | Italdesign |
| Model | Panel Cruiser | Nazca |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
