2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1978 Lada 1200
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1200. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-350 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1978 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1200. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1978 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1978 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1978 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | E-350 | 1200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 39 L |