2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1985 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki Swift 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 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 787 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki Swift, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 1985 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Panoz | Suzuki |
| Model | Esperante | Swift |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
