1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1964 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 150 kg more than 1964 Triumph TR4.
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, 1964 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1964 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Taunus | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2240 mm |
