2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 29 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-250 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2480 mm |
