2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (352 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | E-250 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2670 mm |
