1987 Renault 11 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Renault 11. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 295 kg more than 1987 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 11. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 11 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 11 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1237 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
