1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1984 Renault Siete
To start off, 1984 Renault Siete is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1984 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault Siete, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 1984 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Siete |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2341 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2540 mm |
