2009 Ford Flex vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 364 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 1984 Toyota Model F is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Flex | Model F |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2240 mm |
