2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-250 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 38 L |
