2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1981 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fairlane.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1981 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-250 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2950 mm |
