1969 Porsche 911 vs. 1982 Renault 4
To start off, 1982 Renault 4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 911 (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1982 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 911 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1982 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Porsche 911 (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 911 | 1982 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
