2008 Ford E-250 vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-250 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-250 | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-250 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2360 mm |
