2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 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 LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1982 Renault 11 has manual transmission. 1982 Renault 11 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | LR2 | 11 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
