1970 Honda Z vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 11 (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 11 weights approximately 379 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Renault 11 (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Z | 11 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
