1970 Ford Taunus vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1970 Ford Taunus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. Both 1970 Ford Taunus and 1968 TVR Vixen are equipped with a 1,599 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Taunus (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Taunus weights approximately 280 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Taunus (126 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Taunus | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Taunus | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
