1984 Renault 11 vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Renault 11 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 285 kg more than 1984 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 11 | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | 11 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
