2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Starion 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 153 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1985 Mitsubishi Starion has manual transmission. 1985 Mitsubishi Starion 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 | 1985 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | E-350 | Starion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
