2011 Ford F-450 vs. 1982 Subaru Coupe

To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Coupe.

Because 2011 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Subaru Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 970 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Ford F-450 1982 Subaru Coupe
Make Ford Subaru
Model F-450 Coupe
Year Released 2011 1982
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6700 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 399 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 2800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 1085 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 6680 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 2438 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 2024 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 4379 mm 2470 mm


 

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