1983 Renault 11 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 699 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 11 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
