1967 Ford Corsair vs. 1986 Renault 11
To start off, 1986 Renault 11 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 11 (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 11 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford Corsair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault 11, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Renault 11 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Corsair | 1986 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Corsair | 11 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
