1989 Ford Taurus vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Taurus weights approximately 188 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Taurus | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Taurus | 626 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |