2008 Ford E-350 vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-350 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929. 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-350 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
