1985 Porsche 911 vs. 1995 Renault Clio
To start off, 1995 Renault Clio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1995 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 911 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1995 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Clio, 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, 1985 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Clio. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 911 | 1995 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
