2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1974 Mazda 818
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1974 Mazda 818. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (325 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1974 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2320 mm |
