2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Taurus weights approximately 306 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2270 mm |
