2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1980 Opel 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 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel 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 140 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1980 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1980 Opel 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 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-350 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
