2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1982 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac 1000 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 191 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1982 Pontiac 1000 has manual transmission. 1982 Pontiac 1000 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 | 1982 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | E-350 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2400 mm |
