2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 608 kg more than 1988 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (80 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-150 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |
