1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 180 kg more than 1964 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2004 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taunus | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
