2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 543 kg more than 1985 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
