1978 Renault 5 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1978 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1978 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 5. 2013 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1978 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 5 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 5 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 106 L |
