2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1730 kg more than 1970 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2480 mm |
