1982 Porsche 944 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1984 Renault 11 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 410 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, 1982 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 944 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
