1984 Renault 11 vs. 1983 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Renault 11 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 5 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, 1984 Renault 11 (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 11 | 1983 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 11 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
