2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1985 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
