1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626, 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, 1993 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Taunus | 626 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |