1983 Renault 11 vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1086 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 11 | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 11 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2868 mm |
