1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 13 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 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 587 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 122 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, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Sidewinder | 11 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
