1989 Renault 4 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 4 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | 4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
