1983 Renault 11 vs. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (309 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 919 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Renault 11 | 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Renault | Aston Martin |
Model | 11 | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |