2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 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 5,408 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 153 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1980 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1980 Holden Commodore 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 | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | E-350 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 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 |
