2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 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), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 980 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.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 55 L |
