2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1977 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50.
Because 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Panoz | Suzuki |
| Model | Esperante | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1940 mm |
