1988 Renault 11 vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1988 Renault 11 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 11 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 11 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Sport 800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 11, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Renault 11 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Renault 11 | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 11 | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1237 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2010 mm |