1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 48 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Taunus | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taunus | Titan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
