1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 264 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 565 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Space Wagon | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
