2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
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 Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood 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 166 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | E-350 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |
