1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 75 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Taunus | 929 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 55 L |