2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 343 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 350 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 592 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. 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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Panoz | Volvo |
| Model | Esperante | 343 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
