1963 Ford Taunus vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1988 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1963 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Taunus | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Taunus | 6000 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 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 | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |