2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 25 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 31 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-350 | 11 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2490 mm |
