1987 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 528 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
Because 1987 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 1987 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime, 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911. 2002 Renault Avantime has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Avantime will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 911 | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
