1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2006 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 885 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 Hyundai Trajet, 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 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2006 Hyundai Trajet | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Taunus | Trajet |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1758 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |