2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
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 RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 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 141 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | E-350 | RX-4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2520 mm |