1983 Renault 11 vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 620 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 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 11 | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 11 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2900 mm |
