2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 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) has 233 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-350 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 38 L |
