2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 1984 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Skoda Rapid R 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 358 more horse power than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 685 kg more than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 1984 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Panoz | Skoda |
| Model | Esperante | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
