2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1986 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Golf 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) has 202 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1986 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1986 Volkswagen Golf 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.
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2007 Ford E-350 | 1986 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-350 | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |