2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Model F 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 286 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 193 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F. 1988 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-350 | Model F |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2240 mm |
