1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1982 Renault 11 (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | 11 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2490 mm |
