2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | E-150 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2320 mm |
