1970 Ford Taunus vs. 2004 Lada 2123
To start off, 2004 Lada 2123 is newer by 34 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lada 2123 (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada 2123 weights approximately 375 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 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Lada 2123 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Taunus | 2004 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Taunus | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
