1978 Porsche 930 vs. 1977 Renault 14
To start off, 1978 Porsche 930 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 14 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1977 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 930 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1977 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 930 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 1978 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Renault 14, 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 14. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 930 | 1977 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 930 | 14 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
