1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 46 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 414 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Taunus | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Taunus | Touran |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |