2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5.
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 F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1980 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-450 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 51 L |
