1964 Ford Taunus vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1964 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 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Taunus | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Taunus | 626 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |