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 25 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 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 5 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 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 | 1993 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
