2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1654 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-350 | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2240 mm |
