2000 Ford Taurus vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 669 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus | 323 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
