1973 Mazda RX-4 vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 37 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-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 138 kg more than 2010 Ford F-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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda RX-4 | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | RX-4 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3970 mm |