1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2868 mm |
