2008 Porsche Boxster vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1981 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 305 kg more than 1981 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Boxster | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Boxster | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 272 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
