2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1985 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru 1.8 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 194 more horse power than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru 1.8 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 1985 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru 1.8 will offer significantly more control. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1985 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | F-350 | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2470 mm |
