2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 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 @ 1950 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
