1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 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 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 143 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1240 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-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |
