2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1987 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
