1987 Porsche 924 vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1990 Renault Alpine is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 924. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 15 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 924 | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 924 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
