2007 Ford Expedition vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2007 Ford Expedition is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Expedition weights approximately 809 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Expedition | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
