1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 36 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 643 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 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Taunus | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
