1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1640 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. 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-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2200 mm |
