2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1978 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Starlet.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Starlet. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-350 | 1978 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | E-350 | Starlet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |