1978 Porsche 930 vs. 1986 Renault 11
To start off, 1986 Renault 11 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1986 Renault 11. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 930 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1986 Renault 11. 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, 1986 Renault 11, 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 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 11. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 930 | 1986 Renault 11 | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 930 | 11 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |