1971 Skoda 1202 vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1971 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 876 kg more than 1971 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Skoda 1202. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Skoda 1202 | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Skoda | Ford |
| Model | 1202 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1174 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2868 mm |
