2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda R-100 has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda R-100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-150 | R-100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2270 mm |
