1970 Ford Taunus vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 36 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 2,801 cc, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 970 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, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Taunus | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Taunus | I-280 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
