2012 Ford F-350 vs. 1980 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler 1609. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler 1609.
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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler 1609. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-350 | 1980 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | F-350 | 1609 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2670 mm |
