1970 Ford Taunus vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 420 kg more than 1970 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero, 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, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Taunus | 2000 Oldsmobile Alero | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Taunus | Alero |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |