1994 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corsica 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 (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 680 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. 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 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. 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 (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Corsica | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corsica | Panamera |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |