2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2106 kg more than 1988 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Excursion | 21 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |
