2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,408 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 102 more horse power than 1986 Holden Commodore. (153 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 249 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | E-350 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2670 mm |