1980 Opel Commodore vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 770 kg more than 1980 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Opel Commodore | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Commodore | Panamera |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |