2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-150 | 21 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2820 mm |
