1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 199 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus | 626 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| 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 | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
