2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 339 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
