1990 Plymouth Colt vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 765 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Colt, 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Colt | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Colt | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2920 mm |
