1977 Ford LTD vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1977 Ford LTD is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1968 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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000. 1977 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford LTD | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | LTD | 1000 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2270 mm |