2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-350 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2590 mm |
