2008 Ford E-350 vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 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 202 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-350 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. 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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-350 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2370 mm |
