1970 Ford Taunus vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB 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 1,998 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 950 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 KB (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB 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 KB | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Taunus | KB |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
