2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-350 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
