1980 Renault 5 vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5.
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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 5 | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 5 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 132 L |
