1968 AMC AMX vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1984 Renault 11 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 442 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | AMC | Renault |
| Model | AMX | 11 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
