1984 Renault 25 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Renault 25 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Renault | Porsche |
Model | 25 | 911 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |