1983 Renault 11 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 23 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 85 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, 1983 Renault 11 (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 11 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 11 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
