2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 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 217 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. 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-350 (495 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-350 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
