2009 Lada 21 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, both 2009 Lada 21 and 2009 Panoz Esperante were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 331 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 442 kg more than 2009 Lada 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada 21, 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada 21 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Lada | Panoz |
Model | 21 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 131 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |