2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 525 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2950 mm |
