1983 Renault 11 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 17 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 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Passat (151 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 459 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, 2000 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 11 | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 11 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
