1983 Renault 11 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 21 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 653 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 11 | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 11 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
