2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 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 118 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (325 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2480 mm |
