2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
