2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 1875 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. 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-350 (495 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-350 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 55 L |
