2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 26 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1060 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Pilot | 11 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
