2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 18 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault 18 has manual transmission. 1980 Renault 18 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1980 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-350 | 18 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
