2003 Panoz Esperante vs. 1993 Renault 19
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 19 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1993 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault 19, 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 Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Panoz Esperante | 1993 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Panoz | Renault |
| Model | Esperante | 19 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
