2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1989 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1582 kg more than 1989 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1989 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-250 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2740 mm |
