1984 Renault 11 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 27 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1149 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 11 | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 11 | Routan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3078 mm |
