2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1987 Renault 5. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 567 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.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
