2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 23 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1961 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Five Hundred | 11 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2490 mm |
