1982 Renault 11 vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 27 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, 2009 Toyota iQ (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ.
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 (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 11 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 32 L |
