1982 Renault 11 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 191 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 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 11 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
