1981 Porsche 911 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1987 Renault 5. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 911 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1987 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5, 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, 1981 Porsche 911 (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Porsche 911 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | 5 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |