1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2004 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2004 Ford Econovan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2004 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Ferrari 208 (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2004 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |
