1984 Renault 11 vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 530 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, 1997 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 11 | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 11 | Potentia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
