2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 26 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 555 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | 11 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
