2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 285 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 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | CX-7 | 11 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
