2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1704 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2292 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2480 mm |
