1991 Porsche 965 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
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 Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 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 276 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 965 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 965 | Super 5 |
| 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 | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
