2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Zastava Yugo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Zastava Yugo 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 235 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
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, 1987 Zastava Yugo, 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 (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Panoz Esperante | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Panoz | Zastava |
| Model | Esperante | Yugo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |
