2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1982 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1982 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Capri weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Ford F-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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1982 Ford Capri | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-350 | Capri |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2570 mm |