2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 1986 Volvo 740
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 740 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 264 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 740. (156 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 Volvo 740. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 740. (239 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 1986 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Panoz | Volvo |
| Model | Esperante | 740 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |
