2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara 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 185 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Samara 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 | 1988 Lada Samara | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | E-350 | Samara |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 117 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2470 mm |