1991 Dodge Monaco vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Dodge Monaco 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 247 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Monaco. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 505 kg more than 1991 Dodge Monaco. 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 1991 Dodge Monaco. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Monaco. (232 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Monaco | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Monaco | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2920 mm |
