1984 Renault 11 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 35 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 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 11 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Renault | Smart |
| Model | 11 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
