1986 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Golf 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 (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 893 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Golf | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
