1991 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Astra 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 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 920 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra. 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 (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Astra | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Astra | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 303 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.8 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| 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 | 1050 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |
