2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine 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 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1992 Renault Alpine. (251 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1992 Renault Alpine. 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 1992 Renault Alpine. 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 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Alpine. (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
