2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1983 Renault 5. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2370 kg more than 1983 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 5. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Excursion | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 38 L |
