1984 Renault 11 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 21 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 396 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 11 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 11 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
