1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 837 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3510 mm |
