1983 Renault 11 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 26 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 1412 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 11 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 11 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
