1970 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 39 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Coupe (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 484 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 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, 2009 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 2009 Hyundai Coupe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Taunus | 2009 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Taunus | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
