2001 Ford F-250 vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2001 Ford F-250 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-250 | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2210 mm |
