1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1979 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Cosmo 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 267 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. 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 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Cosmo. (150 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford F-150 | 1979 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | F-150 | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 150 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |