1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1987 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 36 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 1960 Ford Taunus 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 1960 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1987 Vauxhall Astra (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 1987 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Taunus | Astra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
