1986 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Falcon 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 135 more horse power than 1986 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Falcon weights approximately 400 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Falcon. (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Falcon | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3510 mm |
