2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
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 Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1796 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
