2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 25 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1305 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Avalanche | 11 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2490 mm |
