1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 28 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Renault 19, 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, 1988 Renault 19 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taunus | 19 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
