1984 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Polo 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) has 461 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo. 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 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Polo | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1042 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |
