1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 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 462 kg more than 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 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 1972 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 942 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 |
