1983 Renault 11 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 505 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 11 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2651 mm |
