1968 Ford 17 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1984 Renault 11 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 121 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, 1968 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | 17 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
