2000 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 18 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 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 735 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville 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. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Bonneville | 11 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3783 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |
