1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 521 kg more than 1976 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 1976 Ford Taunus has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ford Taunus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Chevelle | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
