1983 Renault 11 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 24 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 426 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 11 | Golf |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |