1982 Renault 11 vs. 1981 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Crown weights approximately 450 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 1981 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 11 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
