1980 Volvo 343 vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 343.
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, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Volvo 343 | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Volvo | Ford |
Model | 343 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1961 mm |