2005 Porsche 996 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. 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 996 (386 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 996 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 38 L |
