1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1978 Mazda Familia 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 311 kg more than 1978 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2294 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |
