2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5.
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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 1980 Renault 5 | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | 5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |