1983 Renault 11 vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 27 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 614 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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 11 | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 11 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2728 mm |
