2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 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 153 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 240. (152 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 47 kg more than 1980 Volvo 240. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 240. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Panoz | Volvo |
| Model | Esperante | 240 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
