1982 Renault 11 vs. 2001 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2001 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 19 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 684 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 82 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 2001 TVR Speed 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 720 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 2001 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Renault | TVR |
| Model | 11 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |
