2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1979 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Renault 5. (159 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 5 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 5. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1979 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1979 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 1979 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-250 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| 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 | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 56 L |
