1982 Renault 11 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 276 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 11 | Carina |
Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |