1982 Renault 11 vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 29 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), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1002 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 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 11 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
