2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1983 Renault 18
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 18 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 146 more horse power than 1983 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 18.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 18. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1983 Renault 18 has manual transmission. 1983 Renault 18 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 | 1983 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-150 | 18 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1410 mm |
