2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 734 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Five Hundred | 818 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2320 mm |
