2005 Ford F-250 vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Ford F-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 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 156 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1485 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.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 21. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-250 | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |
