2000 Audi A8 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 16 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 880 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | 11 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2490 mm |
