2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F.
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-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 741 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F. 1983 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-450 | Model F |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2240 mm |
