1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 46 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 844 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, 2006 Ford Escape, 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, 2006 Ford Escape (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taunus | Escape |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
