2005 Ford E-250 vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1392 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-250 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2480 mm |
