2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (109 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 863 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford E-350 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | E-350 | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 251 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2960 mm |