1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe
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 RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Taunus | RX 4 Coupe |
Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |