1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1986 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21, 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
