1985 Renault Siete vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Siete would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1985 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1985 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Renault Siete. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Siete. 2004 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1985 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1985 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Siete | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Siete | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
