1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RunX weights approximately 174 kg more than 1961 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX, 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, 2007 Toyota RunX (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Taunus | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taunus | RunX |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |