1971 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2870 mm |
