2000 Panoz Esperante vs. 1983 Renault 14
To start off, 2000 Panoz Esperante is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 14 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1983 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 405 kg more than 1983 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Renault 14, 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, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 14. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Panoz Esperante | 1983 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Panoz | Renault |
| Model | Esperante | 14 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |
