1961 Ford Taunus vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1961 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 323 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Taunus | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Taunus | 323 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |