2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 30 kg more than 1984 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 936 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 |
