1994 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1986 Renault 11
To start off, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Renault 11. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Morgan Plus 4 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 1994 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 11. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Morgan Plus 4 | 1986 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | Plus 4 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
