2003 Panoz AIV vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Panoz AIV is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla 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 216 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz AIV weights approximately 165 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Panoz AIV 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 2003 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Panoz AIV | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Panoz | Toyota |
| Model | AIV | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
