2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Model F weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-350 | Model F |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2240 mm |