1972 Honda Z vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Z 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 56 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1972 Honda Z. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Z | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Z | 11 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| 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 | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
