2004 Panoz Esperante vs. 1992 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Skoda Rapid R would be higher. At 4,587 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 243 more horse power than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 598 kg more than 1992 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 (434 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz Esperante | 1992 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Panoz | Skoda |
| Model | Esperante | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4587 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 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 | 1450 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |
