1998 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Voyager 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 940 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 Plymouth Voyager (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Plymouth Voyager | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Voyager | 11 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
