1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1971 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-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2590 mm |
