2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1979 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,409 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 196 more horse power than 1979 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Cortina. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Cortina 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 | 1979 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | E-350 | Cortina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 54 L |