1954 Ford Popular vs. 2000 Ford Taurus

To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular 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 130 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 786 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1954 Ford Popular is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular. 2000 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Ford Popular 2000 Ford Taurus
Make Ford Ford
Model Popular Taurus
Year Released 1954 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1172 cc 2933 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 26 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3950 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1521 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 5030 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2760 mm


 

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