1984 Ford GT vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1984 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1984 Ford GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford GT | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3490 mm |
