1989 Ford Taurus vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante is newer by 7 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, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Taurus weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1996 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus | Levante |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |
