1972 Mazda 1000 vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2095 kg more than 1972 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000. 2010 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1972 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1972 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 1000 | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | 1000 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3967 mm |