1983 Renault 11 vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2008 Seat Exeo is newer by 25 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Exeo weights approximately 505 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, 2008 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 11 | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 11 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2642 mm |
