2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-250 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 115 L |
