1988 Porsche 911 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1983 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 911 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3162 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2490 mm |
