1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 205 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Taunus (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taunus | 616 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
