1977 Porsche 911 vs. 1977 Renault 4
To start off, both 1977 Porsche 911 and 1977 Renault 4 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1977 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 911 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1977 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Porsche 911 | 1977 Renault 4 | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | 4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 38 L |