1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 17 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 90 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2820 mm |
