2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 579 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
