2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 51 L |
