1999 Honda NSX vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 15 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 435 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, 1999 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda NSX | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | NSX | 11 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
