2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1976 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-3. 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1976 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
