2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1988 Volvo 240
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 240 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 159 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 240 weights approximately 320 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 240. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1988 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1988 Volvo 240 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 | 1988 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | E-350 | 240 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |