2005 Ford F-250 vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1787 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Renault 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-250 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2280 mm |
