1987 Porsche 959 vs. 1980 Renault 14
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 14 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1980 Renault 14. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1980 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Renault 14. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 959 | 1980 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 959 | 14 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
