2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 267 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Panoz | Toyota |
| Model | Esperante | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
