1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 95 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, 1983 Renault 11 (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Cortina | 11 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
