1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1985 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 650 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Avanti | Ford |
Model | Avanti | E-350 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 132 L |