1970 Ford Taunus vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Toyota Soarer is newer by 33 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 780 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus. 2003 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Taunus | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taunus | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
