2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 22 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 100 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, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Kalos | 11 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
