1989 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,408 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 165 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1989 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:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
