1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 645 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1982 Renault 11 has manual transmission. 1982 Renault 11 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 11 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2490 mm |
