1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 47 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1128 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 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Taunus | Navara |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1758 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3210 mm |