1980 Ford Taunus vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Ford Taunus. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 459 kg more than 1980 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Taunus. (93 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Taunus. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Taunus | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taunus | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
