1991 Porsche 965 vs. 1986 Renault 4
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1986 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1986 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Porsche 965 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 1991 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault 4, 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 965 | 1986 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 965 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
