1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 24 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 271 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taunus | 626 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
