1992 Porsche 911 vs. 1976 Renault 4
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1976 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 1976 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
