1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1968 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Cosmo (94 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 464 kg more than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1968 Mazda Cosmo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Cosmo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 1968 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
