2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,989 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (476 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 579 kg more than 1984 Renault 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (640 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3989 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 476 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 51 L |
