2008 Ford E-350 vs. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 538 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
Because 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | E-350 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2700 mm |
