1983 Renault 11 vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S60 weights approximately 703 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 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 11 | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 11 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
