1998 Ford F-150 vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford F-150 | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | F-150 | 21 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2820 mm |