2005 Acura CL vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 21 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 645 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | CL | 11 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
