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 5,409 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 121 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (134 HP @ 4200 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 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (269 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
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 | 5409 cc | 4142 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 269 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 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 |
