2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1980 Renault 4
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 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 4 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 221 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 4. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1980 Renault 4 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 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-350 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
