2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-350 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 38 L |
