1979 Mazda Montrose vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Montrose. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Montrose would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1311 kg more than 1979 Mazda Montrose. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1979 Mazda Montrose has manual transmission. 1979 Mazda Montrose will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda Montrose | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Montrose | F-150 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 2379 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |