2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1974 Renault 17
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 17 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Renault 17. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1837 kg more than 1974 Renault 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Renault 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 17. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1974 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-250 | 17 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 55 L |
