1956 Ford Popular vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular 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 (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Taurus weights approximately 231 kg more than 1956 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Popular | Taurus |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2870 mm |