1993 Plymouth Colt vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera

To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Colt. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 745 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Colt.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Plymouth Colt 2010 Porsche Panamera
Make Plymouth Porsche
Model Colt Panamera
Year Released 1993 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1833 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 111 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 699 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1970 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4968 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2918 mm


 

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