2009 Ford F-450 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-450 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-450 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2510 mm |
