1987 Renault 5 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (320 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 189 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | 5 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1419 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 54 L |
