2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 25 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 815 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, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Cobalt | 11 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
