1986 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 11 (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 11 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 11 (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | 11 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
