1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2002 Holden Vectra is newer by 42 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 564 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, 2002 Holden Vectra, 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, 2002 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Taunus | Vectra |
Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 203 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 | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |