1986 Renault 11 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1986 Renault 11. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1407 kg more than 1986 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 11. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 11 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 11 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
