2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 27 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 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-350 weights approximately 201 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-350 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2490 mm |
