1991 Ford Taurus vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1991 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 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 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 465 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, 1991 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taurus | 11 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
