2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce 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 212 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1973 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 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 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 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2510 mm |
