1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 81 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Renault 11 (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1721 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2490 mm |
