1982 Renault 11 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 24 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 423 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 11 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
