1982 Porsche 911 vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, both 1982 Porsche 911 and 1982 Renault 9 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 911 (170 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 911 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Renault 9, 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, 1982 Porsche 911 (258 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (100 Nm). This means 1982 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 911 | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2490 mm |
