1982 Renault 11 vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 22 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, 1982 Renault 11 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 436 kg more than 1982 Renault 11.
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, 1982 Renault 11 (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 11 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
