1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2590 mm |
