1984 Renault 4 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 4 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 466 more horse power than 1984 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1984 Renault 4. 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 1984 Renault 4. 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 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 4 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | 4 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2918 mm |
