1986 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Mustang 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 167 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Mustang weights approximately 219 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Mustang. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Mustang | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | E-350 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 15 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3510 mm |