1961 Ford Taunus vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 37 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 760 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.
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, 1998 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Taunus | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Taunus | MPV |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |