2000 Ford Econoline vs. 1975 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2000 Ford Econoline is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1615 kg more than 1975 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, 2000 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Econoline | 1975 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Econoline | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2270 mm |
