1983 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP) has 257 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Volkswagen Polo | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Polo | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2920 mm |
