2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 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 172 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 165 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-350 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1768 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 | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |
