1970 Ford Taunus vs. 2004 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2004 Mazda Demio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Taunus (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Taunus weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Demio, 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, 1970 Ford Taunus (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Taunus | 2004 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taunus | Demio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
