1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 45 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Taunus weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
Because 1964 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taunus | 6 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
