1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Shadow. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Shadow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 957 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Shadow. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Shadow. (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Shadow | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2895 mm |
