1986 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 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 170 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1986 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1986 Audi 100 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:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
