1984 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Renault 11 (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | 11 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
