1964 Ford Zephyr vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1984 Renault 11 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Zephyr (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 210 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, 1964 Ford Zephyr (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zephyr | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Zephyr | 11 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
