2001 Panoz AIV vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2001 Panoz AIV is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz AIV weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Panoz AIV | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | AIV | Cressida |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |