2006 Panoz Esperante vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla 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 231 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1989 Toyota Corolla, 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Panoz Esperante | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | Esperante | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |