1982 Renault 11 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 14 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 915 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 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Renault 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 11 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
