1970 Ford Taunus vs. 2005 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 35 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 604 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Taunus | 2005 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Taunus | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
