2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1969 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Cosmo 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 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. 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 1969 Mazda Cosmo. 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 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1969 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |
