1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (408 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2990 mm |
