1982 Renault 11 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 657 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 11 | CC |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
