1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1996 Toyota Previa 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Previa weights approximately 619 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, 1996 Toyota Previa, 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, 1996 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taunus | Previa |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1758 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |