2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1982 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1982 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1982 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Explorer | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 51 L |
