2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1813 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Renault 11. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Defender | 11 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 34 L |
