1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 38 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 3,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 824 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 1998 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taunus | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |