1989 Dodge Spirit 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 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Spirit 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 (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 544 kg more than 1989 Dodge Spirit. 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 Dodge Spirit. 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 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Spirit | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Spirit | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
