1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Taurus weights approximately 96 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Because 1966 Ford Mustang 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 1966 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus, 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, 2005 Ford Taurus (251 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
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1966 Ford Mustang | 2005 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Taurus |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6385 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |