1984 Dodge Colt vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 845 kg more than 1984 Dodge Colt. 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 1984 Dodge Colt. 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 (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Colt | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Colt | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
