1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
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, 1988 Toyota Supra (358 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econoline | Supra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2600 mm |
