1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 9 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1105 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | Virage | 11 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
