1982 Renault 11 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 26 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 187 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 11 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
