1983 Renault 11 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 28 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), 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 822 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, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 11 | 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 11 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1717 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2858 mm |
