1979 Ford Taunus vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1979 Ford Taunus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Taunus weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Taunus | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taunus | 616 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |
