2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 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 146 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1986 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 21 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
