1986 Ford Taurus vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1986 Ford Taurus is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Taurus (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Taurus weights approximately 610 kg more than 1966 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, 1986 Ford Taurus (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Taurus | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus | Familia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2200 mm |
