1970 Ford Taunus vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 38 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus.
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, 2008 Saturn Aura, 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, 2008 Saturn Aura (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus. 2008 Saturn Aura 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. 2008 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Taunus | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Taunus | Aura |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
