1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1973 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1973 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000. 1999 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1973 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1973 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1973 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2270 mm |
