2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 324 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 325 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Panoz | Toyota |
| Model | Esperante | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
