1996 Ford Indigo vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Indigo has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Indigo | Levante |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2230 mm |