1987 Ford Taurus vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1987 Ford Taurus is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Taurus (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 680 kg more than 1967 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, 1987 Ford Taurus (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (82 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Taurus | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Taurus | Familia |
Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2200 mm |