2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1973 Renault 12
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 12 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1973 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 12.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 12. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1973 Renault 12 has manual transmission. 1973 Renault 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1973 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-150 | 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 56 L |
