1982 Renault 11 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 560 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 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Renault 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 11 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
