2005 Ford E-250 vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 17 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1199 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-250 | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2820 mm |
