1977 Porsche 911 vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1978 Renault 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 911 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 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 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Porsche 911 | 1978 Renault 4 | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | 4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |