1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 11 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Argento Viva weights approximately 305 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Argento Viva | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Argento Viva | 11 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
