1981 Audi 80 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1981 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | 80 | E-350 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3510 mm |