2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1985 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1985 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1855 kg more than 1985 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-250 | 1985 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | F-250 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2680 mm |