1982 Renault 11 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 335 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, 1993 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11. 1982 Renault 11 has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Renault 11 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 11 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
