1984 Renault 11 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 625 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 11 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | 11 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2360 mm |
