1999 Ford Contour vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 16 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 347 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, 1999 Ford Contour (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Contour | 11 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
