1989 Chrysler ES vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler ES would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler ES. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 850 kg more than 1989 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chrysler ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler ES. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler ES | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | ES | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 749 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2920 mm |
