1987 Ford Taurus vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda Familia (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Taurus | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Taurus | Familia |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2511 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |