1983 Renault 11 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 340 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, 1981 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 11 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 11 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2780 mm |
