1982 Renault 11 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 195 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.
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, 1988 Toyota Carina (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Renault 11 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 11 | Carina |
Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |