2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1985 Lada 2104
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada 2104 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2009 Ford E-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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1985 Lada 2104 has manual transmission. 1985 Lada 2104 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 | 1985 Lada 2104 | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | E-350 | 2104 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2430 mm |