2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 24 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 798 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-150 | 11 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2490 mm |
