1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2480 mm |
