1981 Renault 14 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 14 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1981 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1981 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault 14. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 14 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | 14 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1218 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2895 mm |
