1999 Porsche 911 vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 911 | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
