2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1990 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 1990 Renault 21 | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | 21 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 445 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |