1966 Ford Taunus vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Ford Taunus. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 305 kg more than 1966 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Taunus | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Taunus | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
