1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1986 Renault 11
To start off, 1986 Renault 11 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 11 (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Nissan 211 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Renault 11.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Renault 11 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 1986 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 211 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
