2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 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 115 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (110 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (126 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-250 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
