1998 Ford F-150 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 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 97 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-150 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-150 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2550 mm |
