2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1988 Mazda 323
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 323 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 189 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 323. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 323. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1988 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1988 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1988 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-350 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
