1977 Ford LTD vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 1977 Ford LTD is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 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 217 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 880 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford LTD | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | LTD | 616 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2480 mm |
