2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1704 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | 10 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 38 L |
