2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1349 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2510 mm |
