1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,903 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (152 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1984 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 405 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1903 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
