1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1997 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sentra is newer by 37 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus.
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, 1997 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1997 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 1997 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taunus | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
