1982 Renault 11 vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 567 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 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1982 Renault 11 has manual transmission. 1982 Renault 11 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 11 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
