1998 Ford F-150 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 925 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford F-150 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | F-150 | Luce |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |