2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1511 kg more than 1990 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Five Hundred | 21 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
