2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane 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 163 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 660 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2950 mm |
