2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-150 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-150 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 51 L |
