2006 Honda FR-V vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 629 kg more than 1983 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 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | FR-V | 11 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
