2003 Panoz AIV vs. 1981 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2003 Panoz AIV is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz AIV weights approximately 645 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Panoz AIV | 1981 Suzuki Cervo | |
Make | Panoz | Suzuki |
Model | AIV | Cervo |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |