1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1984 Renault 11 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 355 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1984 Renault 11 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | 11 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |