1984 Renault 11 vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 25 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1335 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 11 | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 11 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3010 mm |
