2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1987 Renault 5. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 732 kg more than 1987 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
