2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1985 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1782 kg more than 1985 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1985 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-350 | Santana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2560 mm |
