1970 Ford Taunus vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2000 Toyota Yaris 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Yaris (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Taunus weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
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 Toyota Yaris, 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 Toyota Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Taunus | 2000 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taunus | Yaris |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 87 L |