2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1969 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1916 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-250 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-250 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1969 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 57 L |
