2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 1976 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph Toledo 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 (305 HP) has 248 more horse power than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 602 kg more than 1976 Triumph Toledo. 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 (434 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (96 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Panoz Esperante | 1976 Triumph Toledo | |
Make | Panoz | Triumph |
Model | Esperante | Toledo |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 96 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |