1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 734 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
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-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Avanti | Ford |
Model | Avanti | E-250 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3510 mm |