1994 Porsche 968 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 8 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 705 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 968 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
