2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1972 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 210 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-4.
Because 1972 Mazda RX-4 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 1972 Mazda RX-4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1972 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Transit Connect | RX-4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |