1989 Citroen AX vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen AX 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 490 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1989 Citroen AX. 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 1989 Citroen AX. 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 664 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen AX | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | AX | Panamera |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2920 mm |